U 39 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 39 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 29 N,11 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.483333
  • Longitude: -11.833333
Water Depth 1735 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 39
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 76.5 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1032
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 14, 1939
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H0139/39 15.11.39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 582900N, 115000W. (HMS AURORA, HMS FOXHOUND VIA RA(D) HOME FLEET). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

DEPTH CHARGED BY RN DESTROYERS FAULKNOR, FOXHOUND & FIREDRAKE NW OF IRELAND.

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FAQ

Where is the U 39 wreck located?

The U 39 wreck is located at coordinates 58 29 N,11 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 39?

The seabed around the U 39 lies at approximately 1735 meters deep.

When did the U 39 sink?

The U 39 sank on Sep 14, 1939.

When was the wreck of the U 39 discovered?

The wreck of the U 39 was discovered in 1939.

What country did the U 39 belong to?

The U 39 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 39?

The U 39 had a tonnage of 1032 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 39?

The U 39 is classified as a submarine.

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